Continuous Improvement Expert (Quality Engineering)

The group you’ll be a part of

The Global Operations Group brings information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics, and high-volume manufacturing together to drive the engine of our global business operations. We help Lam deliver industry-leading solutions with speed and efficiency, while actively supporting the resilient and profitable growth of Lam's business.

The impact you’ll make

The Continuous Improvement Expert serves as a subject matter expert in Continuous Improvement and Scientific Problem-Solving at Lam Research Manufacturing Korea.

This role partners with cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities, solve complex business and manufacturing problems, and deliver sustainable results through Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, Quality Circle, and other Continuous Improvement methodologies. The role also provides training, coaching, and guidance to strengthen organizational problem-solving capabilities and CI culture.

What you’ll do

This position includes, but is not limited to, the following roles and responsibilities:

1.Continuous Improvement Project Leadership

• Lead and facilitate cross-functional improvement initiatives focused on quality, productivity, cost, delivery, and operational performance.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma, DMAIC, 8D, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, and other structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Support teams in identifying root causes, implementing solutions, and sustaining results.

• Training & Coaching

• Deliver training on Scientific Problem-Solving, Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, and related methodologies.
• Coach project leaders, CI teams, and employees on problem-solving tools and best practices.
• Drive the development of organizational problem-solving capabilities.

• CI Program Deployment

• Lead or support the deployment and continuous improvement of LMK's CI strategy, programs, and operating system.
• Facilitate Kaizen, Lean Six Sigma, Quality Circle, and other CI activities.
• Promote standardization and best-practice sharing across the organization.

4.Data Analysis & Performance Management

• Analyze operational and business data to identify improvement opportunities and performance gaps.
• Support project benefit validation and CI KPI tracking.
• Develop reports, dashboards, and management review materials.

5.CI Culture Development

• Promote a culture of Continuous Improvement, Scientific Problem-Solving, and data-driven decision making.
• Engage leaders and stakeholders to align CI initiatives with business objectives.
• Facilitate workshops, problem-solving sessions, and knowledge-sharing

Who we’re looking for

• Minimum +7 years of experience with Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Statistics, or a related field.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Six Sigma, DMAIC, Kaizen, 8D, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, and related methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, training, and coaching skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across functions and organizational levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Effective English communication skills, both written and verbal

Preferred qualifications

• Experience developing automation or digital solutions using Python, Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate), or similar technologies.
• Experience with Power BI, Minitab, or other analytical tools.
• Experience supporting Continuous Improvement digitalization and operational excellence initiatives.
• Experience in semiconductor, manufacturing, or technology industries.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.